repel
US /rɪˈpel/
UK /rɪˈpel/

动词
1.
击退, 驱逐, 排斥
drive or force (an attack or attacker) back or away
示例:
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The army successfully repelled the enemy attack.
军队成功击退了敌人的进攻。
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The new insect spray is designed to repel mosquitoes.
这种新型杀虫剂旨在驱赶蚊子。
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3.
排斥, 防水, 防油
(of a substance) be impervious to (another substance)
示例:
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This fabric is treated to repel water.
这种面料经过处理,可以防水。
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Oil and water repel each other.
油和水互不相容。
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